Atlas Shrugged
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David Kelley
The Root of Money
October 16, 2012 -- James Taggart is what would now be called a "crony capitalist." His wedding guests are the elite of a politicized economy. Taggart, Francisco, and Hank are all members of the "1%" --but the "money speech" (in the novel, and its distilled essence in the movie) is a clarion call to understand the nature of wealth and the distinction between those who produce it and those who acquire it through political favors.
Interview with Patrick Fabian (James Taggart)
October 12, 2012 -- How do you play a non-entity? While filming the Taggart wedding scene in Atlas Shrugged Part 2, Patrick Fabian shared his insights about the character of James Taggart.
( This interview was filmed by Duncan Scott in L.A. on the set of Atlas Shrugged Part 2. )
Interview with Kim Rhodes (Lillian Rearden)
October, 12, 2012 -- Kim Rhodes discusses the intersecting motives that drive Lillian and make her the villain we love to hate. (This interview was filmed by Duncan Scott in L.A. on the set of Atlas Shrugged Part 2.)
Interview with Esai Morales (Francisco d'Anconia)
October 12, 2012 -- Esai Morales describes how he negotiated the fine line his character walks—trying to recruit Hank and Dagny for his mysterious purpose without giving away too much of the secret. (This interview was filmed in L.A. on the set of Atlas Shrugged Part 2.)
Interview with Samantha Mathis (Dagny Taggart)
October 12, 2012 -- David Kelley, a consultant to the Atlas Shrugged movie, interviewed actress Samantha Mathis (Dagny Taggart) on the set in L.A. The two spoke during a break in the filming of Atlas Shrugged Part 2.
The Trial of Hank Rearden
October 12, 2012 -- In this video, David Kelley, a consultant to the Atlas Shrugged movie, provides insights into one of the main scenes: the trial of Hank Rearden for violating a government regulation. But first, let's see what he did that triggered the prosecution.
Interview with Jason Beghe
October 12, 2012 -- Hank Rearden is an Atlas holding up the world through his productive genius, yet is beset by government bureaucrats trying to control him, and married to a woman who despises and finally betrays him. Jason Beghe talks about Hank's integrity as the core of the character. This interview was filmed by Duncan Scott in L.A. on the set of Atlas Shrugged Part 2.
David Kelley: Remarks at Atlas Shrugged Part 2 DC premiere
Remarks by David Kelley at the Atlas Shrugged Part 2 World Premiere, Washington, D.C.
